Question 1

is there a test for arthritis? i have intermittent joint pain since becoming pregnant 3yrs ago. i've had a 2nd baby and still breastfeed. hormonal?

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Not likely hormones: Yes, there are tests for arthritis.  Your family doctor or a rheumatologist can take your history and order blood tests and x-rays depending upon your findings.

Question 2

is there a definitive test for arthritis?

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No.: But the best start after careful rheumatology family history, review of systems, and examination are the c-reactive protein (best test for inflammation), and the ccp antibody to r/o rheumatoid arthritis. The pattern of joint pain, the presence of joint inflammation, and the patients age are important. Other tests, of which there are many, are dictated by findings! obviously, joint pain is present.

Question 3

what are some of the tests for arthritis?

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The tests for Arthritis include::   C reactive protein, Rheumatoid factor, Rheumatoid arthritis antibody, MRI of joint, Xray of joint, Erythrocyte sedimentation rate.

Question 4

what are the tests that shall confirm arthritis?

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X-rays: best test: Simple X-rays are often one of the best initial screening tests to evaluate for arthritis. Lower extremity x-rays are best performed in a weight bearing format to show the joints in a "worst case scenario" setting.

Question 5

what sort of test do they do for someone with arthritis?

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Many types: It depends on what the history and physical shows. We have a  variety of lab tests, imaging including  x-ray that we use.

Question 6

can a 28 year old have arthritis? what tests would be done?

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Yes: yes they can ,you need to see a reuhmatology specialist to order the appropriate tests and make the right diagnosis,and five you the proper treatment.
test could start with X ray and will include blood test to check on your immune system,and the health of other organs that night effective with the treatment plan,like kidney,and liver.

Question 7

how much does it cost to get a battery of tests for arthritis?

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Depends on your insu: It depends on the lab,  the lab test being performed, and the guidance and rules of your insurance company if you have insurance. We order tests that are appropriate for a rheumatology evaluation that is specific to you and your problems. Besides for lab tests there's also imaging, ultrasound, x-ray, mri. Because of that i can i give you a specific price, and this would have to be between your phy.

Question 8

if i test negative on the arthritis test does that mean that i will never get arthritis?

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No: Negative testing does not give you a clean slate as far as developing arthritis down the road.

Question 9

why won't my dr tell me what kind of arthritis i have? have had all kinds of test, never received a diagnosis. don't make since, not being treated.

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Doesn't know: Maybe the doctor doesn't know the exact type of arthritis, as there are over 100 different types. http://goo.gl/rxbkd you might want to see a different doctor and see if that helps.

Question 10

what are the tests for psoriatic arthritis?

Accepted Answer

Auto-immune tests: Many forms of arthritis, are auto-immune disorders, where the body mistakenly form antibodies against it's own cells or parts of the cell, such as the nucleus (ana=anton-nuclear antibody).  There are now many very specific antibodies that can be measured that could suggest or clinch the diagnosis of a particular arthritis or autoimmune disease, including psoriasis.

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Is there a definitive test for arthritis?

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What are the tests that shall confirm arthritis?

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Can a 28 year old have arthritis? what tests would be done?

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If i test negative on the arthritis test does that mean that i will never get arthritis?

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